Assistant Men's Basketball Coach
- #000422 University of North Carolina Asheville
- 4.0 Asheville, NC Job Details Full-time $40,000
- $48,000 a year 22 hours ago Benefits Paid parental leave Paid holidays Health insurance Dental insurance Flexible spending account Parental leave Vision insurance Retirement plan Qualifications Sports team experience Academic institution experience Bachelor's degree Newsletters (communication methods) Colleges/universities University experience Full Job Description Assistant Men's Basketball Coach
- #000422 Located in the Blue Ridge Mountains in Western North Carolina, UNC Asheville is the designated public liberal arts campus in the University of North Carolina system.
UNC Asheville is nationally known for the quality of our student-centered teaching, mentoring of undergraduates in research, interdisciplinary learning, and striving to be an inclusive campus community. UNC Asheville's commitment to increasing and sustaining the diversity of our faculty, staff, and students is reflected in our strategic plan goals of diversity and inclusion, and social sustainability. Women, traditionally under-represented minorities, and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions you should review before applying for the opening. To apply for the position, please click the Apply for this Job link/button. If you would like to bookmark this position for later review, click on the Bookmark link. If you would like to print a copy of this position for your records, click on the Print Preview link. Please see Special Instructions for more details. All applications must be submitted online. Please include a Cover Letter and Resume. Further inquiries may be directed to the Search Chair, Colin Smith, at . Posting Details Position Information UNC Asheville Overview Located in the Blue Ridge Mountains in Western North Carolina, UNC Asheville is the designated public liberal arts campus in the University of North Carolina system. UNC Asheville is nationally known for the quality of our student-centered teaching, mentoring of undergraduates in research, interdisciplinary learning, and a welcoming campus community. In addition to award-winning faculty, UNCA has also ranked high in Research.com, US News & World Report and the Princeton Review in 2025. Research.com
- #8 in Best Colleges, #11 Most Affordable Colleges in NC, #16 Best Value Colleges in NC US News & World Report
- #9 in Top Public Schools Princeton Reviews
- #7 in Top 50 Guide to Green Schools Employees of UNCA are provided with a comprehensive benefits package as well as other resources, policies and programs to ensure a happy and healthy work/life balance. Benefit eligible employees have access to dental, vision and health insurance plans
- eligibility begins on the first of the month following date of hire.
Retirement plan contributions begin on the eligibility date following election and include employer contributions for either a defined contribution or a defined benefit plan. Optional disability plans are also available. Eligible employees have access to tuition waivers for up to three courses per academic year; employees may enroll at any of the constituent UNC System campuses. Also offered are group exercise classes, and free access to the campus recreation center for full time employees, vaccine shots are also offered on campus, pretax flexible spending accounts, 12 paid holidays and 24 hours of paid community service leave each year. Leave earning employees (staff and 12-month faculty) who work at least half of the working days of their first month of employment will begin accruing vacation and sick leave immediately. Paid parental leave after 12 months of continuous service. Position Type EHRA Staff Title Assistant Men's Basketball Coach
- #000422 Position Number 000422 Recruitment Range $40,000
- 48,000 Work Schedule and Hours Flexible hours to include evenings and weekends.
Travel required. Full-Time / Part-Time Full-Time Months per Year 12 Months Position Summary The Athletics department at University of North Carolina Asheville is an integral part of the University committed to providing an exemplary NCAA Division I Athletics Program that creates an environment where student-athletes have high-impact learning experiences while pursuing academic, athletic and lifelong goals, and engages the University's internal and external constituents and communities. Competing in the Big South Conference, UNC Asheville's Athletics department strives to be nationally recognized for "Dreaming Bigger. Achieving More" by winning in the classroom, community, and competition. The goal in our athletic department is to follow our strategic plan and promote the following areas: competitive excellence, a holistic student-athlete experience, revenue growth and facilities, creating a culture of distinction, branding, and community engagement. Bulldog Athletics and its student-athletes, coaches, and staff represent the very best of UNC Asheville, and it is our belief that this strategic plan is the framework from which a successful NCAA Division I athletics program can thrive for years to come The Assistant Men's Basketball Coach at UNC Asheville will assist the Head Coach in leading a competitive NCAA Division I Basketball program that aligns with the athletic department strategic plan. The ideal candidate will exhibit character traits of integrity, servant-leadership, work ethic, creativity, and respect for others and passion for their work in college athletics. This position is responsible for assisting the head coach in the management and administration of all phases of an intercollegiate sports program in a manner that upholds the philosophy and objectives of the Department of Athletics and the University. FLSA Exempt Required Education/Experience/Skills Bachelor's degree. Prior experience playing or coaching at the collegiate level. Preferred Education/Experience/Skills Master's degree preferred. Previous collegiate coaching experience. Experience as a Division I student-athlete. Three to four years of previous collegiate coaching and/or playing experience. Demonstrated skills in developing and motivating student-athletes for athletic and academic success at the NCAA Division I level. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Under the direction of the head coach, the assistant coach will assist in all phases of a NCAA Division I Men's Basketball program in a manner that upholds the philosophy and objectives of the Athletics Department and the University including but not limited to: Assist with recruiting, Assist with scouting, Camp Director, Academic liaison to Student-Athlete Services, Liaison to Strength and Conditioning Coach, Assist with all aspects of social media and marketing, Assist with academic monitoring of student-athletes, Create monthly newsletter for Alumni and Fans. Posting Detail Information Special Instructions to the Applicant All applications must be submitted online. Please include a Cover Letter and Resume. Further inquiries may be directed to the Search Chair, Colin Smith, at . Posting Number E0572 Posting date 06/11/2026 Closing date 07/02/2026 Open Until Filled No Background/E-Verify UNC Asheville uses E-Verify to confirm employment eligibility of all newly hired employees. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, please visit www.dhs.gov/E-Verify . Proper documentation of identity and employability are required at the time of employment. Credential Verification All new employees are required to have listed credentials/degrees verified within 30 days of employment. All new employees who will be teaching are required to provide official transcripts within 30 days of employment. Transcripts should be provided for the highest earned degree and/or the degree which is being used to satisfy credential/qualification requirements. University Safety The UNC Asheville Annual Safety Report is available online at UNCA Safety Report . For more information please contact the Assistant Vice Chancelor for Institutional Integrity & Access/Clery Act Compliance Officer at (828) 232-5658 or email . The report, required of all universities participating in Title IV student financial aid programs, discusses crime statistics, procedures for reporting suspicious or criminal activity, security, police authority, crime prevention strategies, university policies on substance abuse and sexual offenses, workplace violence and fire safety. Supplemental Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (
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